[AT] Briggs 18hp starter gear removal? (Off Topic?)

[Doug Tallman]

Will, if its set up like the old Delco starters, the cap has a groove 
inside there that holds onto the O/D of the ring. It should just tap 
off. Maybe try using a socket the right diameter. After you get the cap 
off you can get the ring with small snap ring pliers. Try not to stretch 
it too much because you have to pop the cap back on it afterwards. 2 pr 
of small channel lock pliers on each side will squeeze the cap back over 
the ring. Doug T

Will Powell wrote:
> Hello, 
>
> I have a 18hp vanguard v-twin briggs engine with electric start. The plastic starter gear has wiped all of the gears off. Ring gear on flywheel ok. I have purchased a new gear at TSC. 
>
> Problem is I can't seem to remove the C-ring clip. The clip is recessed into an aluminum cap that I can't depress low enough to get at the clip. 
>
> Instructions show a clip removal tool, but there is now way that would even work if I can't depress the cap. 
>
> Any tricks to getting the cap depressed? If I can expose the clip I'm going to pry it off with a small screwdriver. 
>
> Regards, 
>
> Will Powell (PA) 
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